Applications are currently ongoing for the Matsumae International Foundation (MIF) Research Fellowship for Natural Science, Engineering and Medicine. Interested students should see the details below.

Scholarship Details and FAQs

MIF has started receiving application for “2019 Research Fellowship Program” .

When is the application deadline?

31st August, 2018

Is the scholarship/opportunity offered annually?

Yes

Which countries are eligible for the scholarship?

International

In which host country will I be studying?

Japan

Fields of Study

Fields of study such as natural science, engineering and medicine are given first priority. Candidates are free to select host institutions (university research laboratories, national research institutions or the corresponding facilities of private industry)

What is the award about?

Upon the concept of the founder of the Matsumae International Foundation (MIF), “Towards A Greater Understanding of Japan and a Lasting World Peace”, MIF has started the Research Fellowship Program.

What is the category of this opportunity?

Fellowship

How do I know if I’m eligible for the scholarship?

To be eligible, candidates must:

be of non-Japanese nationality;

have a Doctorate degree;

be 49 years old or under;

not have been in Japan previously;

have firm positions and professions in their home nations

How many scholarship awards are available?

Twenty (20)

What are the benefits of the scholarship?

Stipend for research and stay

Insurance

Air transportation (a round-trip air ticket to/from Tokyo)

Lump sum on arrival

What is the duration of the scholarship?

From three(3) to six(6) months. The commencing month and ending month should be between April 2018 to March 2019. (e.g. 5 months from June 2018 to October 2018)

How to Apply for the Programme

Applicants should go through Application instructions on the the Program Webpage before applying.